What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Event Sales & Services position at Accor Hotels?
Location : Fairmont San Francisco, San Francisco, United States
Reference : REF35832O
Director of Event Sales & Services
Company Description :
Since 1907, Fairmont has served as the San Francisco residence for U.S. presidents, world leaders, and entertainment stars. The landmark hotel offers 606 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, three distinctive restaurants, a health club, and easy access to the city’s most popular attractions. Fairmont San Francisco is located atop Nob Hill at 950 Mason Street.
Fairmont is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Feel free to visit our website at Fairmont to find out more about our company.
EOE / M / F / D / V
Job Description :
At Fairmont San Francisco, our engaging service and delicious cuisine make every special event a truly memorable affair, both within our distinctive surroundings and off-site. Be an ambassador for our exceptional offerings as Director of Event Sales & Services, where you will liaise between multiple departments to meet the needs – and exceed the expectations – of your clients.
What you will be doing :
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following :
- Consistently offer professional, friendly, and engaging service
- Direct and manage all activity related to the Catering office, ensuring all service standards are followed
- Responsible for all catering, from booking to execution and conference services from the time a contract becomes definite to execution
- Prepare an annual budget for approval and administer that budget in a fiscally responsible manner
- Establish and maintain rapport with clients, prior to, during, and post-conference, exceeding their expectations and encouraging repeat business
- Conduct site inspections as required
- Develop annual business plans for the department in conjunction with the Director of Sales & Marketing
- Ensure that function bookings, group resumes, and event contracts are prepared and distributed accurately and efficiently
- Ensure meeting and function rooms are properly maintained at all times liaising with food and beverage outlets regarding reservations and flow of clients
- Work closely with the Director of Sales & Marketing to prepare monthly forecasts
- Balance operational, administrative, and Colleague needs
- Follow departmental policies and procedures
- Follow all safety policies
- Other duties as assigned
Salary Range : 133K to 177K USD Gross Annually
Your experience and skills include :
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to) :
Visa Requirements :
Must have proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.
Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!
BELIMITLESS
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Salary : $133,000 - $177,000
